2009 Fiat Panda vs. 1975 Honda Z
To start off, 2009 Fiat Panda is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Honda Z would be higher. At 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Panda (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1975 Honda Z. (24 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1975 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Panda weights approximately 540 kg more than 1975 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Fiat Panda (131 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Honda Z. (30 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Panda | 1975 Honda Z | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Panda | Z |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 30 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 62.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 57.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2010 mm |
